Escrow Support Processor

First American; League City (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

PTO/paid sick leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

First American is seeking an Escrow Processor to provide support to a team of Escrow Officers in a centralized processing environment in Texas. You will work on escrow openings and closings, preparing and delivering closing statements, and disbursing funds while coordinating with branches and couriers.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of escrow experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to following Escrow procedures and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–2 years escrow processing experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide a wide range of support to Escrow Officers and the team.
• Open escrow files and set up documentation.
• Prepare and deliver closing statements and letters.
• Disburse funds and order payoffs and documents.
• Coordinate with branches and couriers to ensure timely closings.
• Follow established escrow procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to team goals and daily operational efficiency.

Skills

Escrow processing

Communication

Detail orientation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1–2 years escrow experience

Job description

Who We Are

Join a team that puts its People First! First American's Direct division provides comprehensive title insurance protection and professional settlement services for real estate purchases, refinances and equity loans. Since 1889, First American (NYSE: FAF) has held an unwavering belief in its people. They are passionate about what they do, and we are equally passionate about fostering an environment where all feel welcome, supported, and empowered to be innovative and reach their full potential. Our inclusive, people-first culture has earned our company numerous accolades, including being named to the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for eleven consecutive years. We have also earned awards as a best place to work for women, diversity and LGBTQ+ employees, and have been included on more than 50 regional best places to work lists. First American will always strive to be a great place to work, for all. For more information, please visit www.careers.firstam.com.

What We Do

Founded typically in centralized processing (rather than an individual branch setting). Provides centralized clerical processing of all documents connected with the initiation or closing of escrows, relieving branches of high volume paperwork. Communicates information and instructions to escrow branches, but not to customers.

Job Description

• Provides a wide range to a team of Escrow Support Processors and Escrow Officers.
• Work is very similar to work performed by associate level, although tasks may be slightly more complex with greater experience and knowledge.
• May work on escrow openings and closings.
• Performs clerical functions to set up (open) escrow files.
• Prepares correspondence, escrow files and orders preliminary title reports.
• Performs fund disbursements.
• Prepares and delivers closing statements and closing letters.
• Schedules and provides instructions to couriers.
• Orders payoffs, liens, homeowner association documents and evidence of insurance.
• Distributes preliminary report.
• Communicates with branches, as needed.
• Follows functional area’s processes and procedures in daily activities; troubleshoots as needed.
• Actively contributes to the results of a team and works toward achieving goals and objectives.
• Other duties as assigned

What You’ll Bring

• Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure: High school diploma or equivalent
• Required Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure: 1-2 years escrow processing experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must be able to follow Escrow Procedures and have awareness of regulations governing escrow process
• Working knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices and procedures of department/field
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Establishes effective working relationships at the work group level

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20.31 - $27.09 Hourly. This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this position at the time of posting. Pay is based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, experience, business requirements and geographic location.

What We Offer

By choice, we don’t simply accept individuality - we embrace it, we support it, and we thrive on it! Our People First culture is inclusive for all employees - not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it's the key to our success. We are proud to foster an authentic and inclusive workplace For All. You are free and encouraged to bring your entire, unique self to work.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• 401k
• PTO/paid sick leave
• employee stock purchase plan

Equal Opportunity Employer

First American is an equal opportunity employer in every sense of the term.

Compliance

County of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance E-Verify Participation Poster